Shukaku, You're Too Powerful, I Must Seal You!

Rasa's lips twitched slightly, and immediately Gold Dust surged up.

His Gold Dust, like Iron Sand, can counteract Shukaku's sand!

This is also why they were able to suppress Shukaku.

Can--

Boom!

The moment Shukaku appeared, the entire dungeon collapsed!

"Oh no! Shukaku has appeared!"

"Quickly, stop Shukaku!"

"Attack him!"

The noise was deafening, the scene was completely chaotic, and a barrage of Ninjutsu attacks were launched at Shukaku.

but.

Their attacks were like tickling the massive Shukaku.

Yellow sand filled the sky.

Rasa used Gold Dust to stabilize the sand and dust, while simultaneously constructing a wall around it.

but.

Shukaku, having climbed up, instantly struck with a palm, causing the surrounding Gold Dust -stabilized city wall to collapse.

The power of the Tailed Beast...

Even Rasa could not completely withstand it.

Fortunately, this wasn't Sunagakure, but in a very remote place, very close to the Demon Desert, so he didn't need to worry about the battle with Shukaku causing large-scale destruction.

The only thing to be wary of is...

"Get out of the way! Those who have nothing to do with this, get out of the way!"

Rasa roared.

The number of people is meaningless to the Tailed Beast; staying here might even result in their sacrifice, causing the village to lose one of its few elite members.

Bang!

The power of Shukaku ravages the desert.

It doesn't need Ninjutsu like Chakra release or sand; its terrifying physical strength alone is enough to bring irreparable disaster to the surrounding area.

Fortunately, this desert was a restricted area for them, and the purpose of imprisoning Bunpuku nearby was to prevent him from affecting the village if he went berserk.

In the distance, the Sunagakure watched Rasa and Shukaku anxiously.

That was their Kazekage...

but.

Suppressing Shukaku is indeed extremely difficult!

"Aww!"

A roar.

Chakra surged wildly within Shukaku's mouth.

In an instant, the Ninjutsu was completed.

Wind Style: Sky Bullet Training!

Rasa's pupils contracted, and he immediately slapped the ground with both hands. Gold Dust appeared and formed countless sand walls, but even the walls made of Gold Dust were extremely fragile in the face of the training bullet.

One floor, two floors...

Bang!

There wasn't time to set up the fourth wall; practice bullets pierced through it and bombarded the crowd.

Get out of the way!

Rasa was extremely anxious.

Without Jinchuriki to suppress it, Shukaku was far stronger than he had imagined, to the point that he was completely unprepared...

The crowd behind them scattered.

However, many more ninjas were unable to dodge the extremely fast wind bullets.

"Help me! Help me!"

I don't want to die!

A series of wails came from behind.

Kyohiko didn't move. The Temari in his arms stared wide-eyed, her face filled with terror.

The next second, she saw the Konoha ninja throw a Kunai and simultaneously raise his hand—

Flying Thunder God: Guiding Thunder!

Buzz!

The sharp screech made her cover her ears and close her eyes.

but.

For a long time afterward, she was unaware that death was approaching.

seem...

I'm still alive!

Temari Awakening and saw that Shukaku's terrifying wind bullet had actually bounced back.

"We're saved?!"

"I'm still alive?!"

"Yes..."

Just as someone was about to ask who had saved them, they saw Kyohiko raising his hand.

They immediately fell silent.

Without a doubt.

Kyohiko saved them!

Flying Thunder God Technique.

When Kyohiko was an enemy, they felt that this technique was hateful and despicable, but when they became allies, they realized how reassuring it could make them feel.

With him around, there would be no casualties whatsoever!

Everyone was deeply moved.

At this moment, a hint of envy and helplessness flashed through Rasa's mind.

Practice firing blanks.

It's not that he can't accept it.

However, to completely block it would require multiple preparations, and Shukaku, at its peak at this moment, possessed power beyond his imagination, making it difficult to quickly and completely suppress or resist it.

The best way is to avoid it.

But.

Compared to Kyohiko's effortless Flying Thunder God Technique transfer and empty-air bullet training, his ability was indeed less impressive.

Rasa used Gold Dust to suppress Shukaku as much as possible, sighing helplessly in his heart.

He was considering whether or not to ask for help.

Given Kyohiko's abilities, he could definitely help defeat Shukaku and seal the Jinchuriki, but he hasn't made a move, clearly waiting for the right price.

If he offers some benefits, he can definitely resolve the matter quickly.

but...

Where is the authority of the Kazekage?

Rasa's resolve was unwavering.

Beat!

Gold Dust filled the sky, rushing towards Shukaku.

Kyohiko stood on the high place, his gaze sweeping around, while Temari, who was only two or three years old, looked lifeless, as if her heart had died.

She found it hard to accept suddenly becoming a victim of a happy, pampered family.

However.

At this moment, Rasa was clearly not considering Temari's feelings.

What he was thinking...

Only by suppressing the Tailed Beast can Sunagakure regain Tailed Beast!

Boom!

Shukaku roared, unleashing a torrent of Chakra. Even with the Gold Dust covering it, the desert was still engulfed in a terrifying sandstorm.

Dust filled the sky, obscuring the sun.

The surroundings became several degrees darker.

The sand clumped together and, driven by the strong wind, poured down like stones.

Kyohiko, with Temari, quickly dodged, occasionally creating earthen walls to shield the poor people below from the attacks.

Explosions echoed through the desert.

A few seconds later, Shukaku gathered Chakra and unleashed another empty bullet.

Rasa glanced back and, seeing no one was around, quickly dodged, avoiding taking the blank shot head-on.

Can.

Shukaku observed this action.

It grinned.

"You care a lot about your ninjas? Very well, they were partly imprisoned as well, so let's include them in that!"

The next second, Shukaku started moving.

It could not break through Rasa's defenses, but Rasa's Ninjutsu could not inflict effective damage on it in a short time.

Rather than that--

For example, changing the location of the attack could make Rasa hesitate to act rashly.

Bang!

Shukaku got up and headed towards Sunagakure. He looked clumsy and slow, but he was a very big guy, and he could cover a great distance with a single step.

At its feet, long, golden hairs intertwined and pierced its body.

Can...

It's no use!

Shukaku's body is covered by a thick layer of sand, and even if some of it can penetrate the protection, it cannot pose a fatal threat to it.

Compared to that, what it had to do was far more fatal for Rasa!

A jump.

A mound collapsed, and not far behind it was Sunagakure.

Laugh!

Wind Blade flew towards it, but to it, it was like a tickle, especially since it contained Gold Dust within its body.

While the Gold Dust slowed its speed, it also strengthened its defenses.

Rasa was extremely anxious.

At this rate, he'll definitely be able to defeat Shukaku, but...

What's the cost?

The Sunagakure might be largely destroyed, many ninja might die, and rebuilding and training would require a lot of manpower, resources, and time.

Such a victory is meaningless!

Rasa hurriedly gave chase, his figure splitting into two in mid-air. One headed towards Shukaku, while the other went towards the location of Kyohiko above.

The next second, he Body Flicker Technique in front of Shukaku, stretched out his hands, and Chakra spread out. Endless golden sand emerged from beneath the sand and surged towards Shukaku.

A large amount of sand quickly engulfed Shukaku.

Then, a series of explosions erupted from beneath the Gold Dust.

Magnet Release: Gold Dust Imperial Funeral!

At the same time, a terrifying aura of Chakra emanated and spread from below.

Rasa's pupils contracted.

This isn't practicing blank rounds, it's...

Tailed Beast Bomb!

On the other side, the Shadow Clone was extremely anxious.

"Please help me seal it. As for the price, Sunagakure can pay the S-rank mission fee."

S-level commission.

Normally, this is a price only offered when national interests are involved, for sealing the Tailed Beast...

"A bit low."

Kyohiko chuckled softly.

Rasa's face stiffened, filled with anger yet utterly helpless. He was now at the mercy of others, like a fish on a chopping board. If he didn't want this Tailed Beast Bomb to obliterate the village...

He had no choice but to comply with Kyohiko's request and continue to raise the price.

but.

The next second, Kyohiko had vanished without a trace.

A sound remained in the same spot.

"However, since we are allies, this price is barely acceptable!"

"Run! Get out of here!"

"Shukaku is coming!"

"It's over!"

The Sunagakure was filled with despair and sorrow, as if the end of the world was approaching.

Shukaku...

Rasa can indeed block Shukaku.

But.

Many people in Sunagakure may die from this attack.

retreat?

The ninjas can run away, and the children can be taken away, but what about the elderly?

Chaos reigned within the Sunagakure.

Rasa tried his best to suppress Shukaku's Chakra, but at this moment, Shukaku was not afraid of death at all; it only wanted to vent its anger and hatred.

Tailed Beast Bomb...

That's the answer!

Shukaku doesn't usually use the Tailed Beast Bomb because it has relatively little Chakra, and using Tailed Beast Bomb requires a longer time to gather and prepare.

but.

Currently, its body is mixed with Gold Dust, making it very difficult to move. The Tailed Beast Bomb is the most suitable!

The slowly accumulating Chakra is finally about to explode!

In the distance, Baki watched them, his eyes filled with despair.

An old man nearby sighed deeply.

"This is the power of Tailed Beast. We can do nothing against Shukaku. However, Lord Kazekage can definitely defeat Shukaku, but..."

He looked in the direction of the village.

Once this Tailed Beast Bomb is unleashed, at least a quarter of Sunagakure will be destroyed, and countless families and people who cannot evacuate in time will perish.

"Elder Naito, isn't there a better way?"

"A better way..."

Elder Naito sighed heavily.

How easy is that?

"The stronger we become, the better methods will be in the future. And right now, this is the first time the Lord Kazekage has fought Shukaku. Being able to defeat him and reseal him is already the final outcome."

Elder Naito said in a low voice.

Baki's eyes dimmed.

Before the Tailed Beast, even the Kazekage seemed so powerless.

Boom!

Suddenly, a blinding light illuminated the surroundings.

This area, previously shrouded in darkness by sand and dust, has been illuminated again, but...

That light was deadly!

It pierced through layers upon layers of Gold Dust, penetrated Rasa's Sealing Technique, and even shattered the numerous defenses that Rasa had hastily constructed.

Everyone seemed to already see the scene of vast areas of Sunagakure being destroyed; one by one, they closed their eyes in unbearable despair, their hearts filled with immense pain.

They are so incompetent!

In battles of this level, Jonin are as insignificant as ants and utterly useless.

In the midst of silence and despair, the Tailed Beast Bomb hurtled towards the direction of Sunagakure.

The next second.

"Ah?"

"Oh my god! Tailed Beast Bomb..."

"It's blocked!"

The ninjas in the distance and all around were stunned. Even Shukaku, who had just spat out the Tailed Beast Bomb and broken free from the Gold Dust, was stunned for several seconds.

Why...

Did it not work?

It looked ahead and saw a tall tree standing there, with a figure standing on the treetop, hands outstretched, with an indifferent gaze.

He wore Forehead Protector made of Konoha.

The entire room fell silent.

Kyohiko Yoshimine!

Previously, he had moved the practice rounds with one hand.

However, that was still Ninjutsu, within the scope of everyone's understanding.

But the Tailed Beast Bomb...

Can this thing be teleported using the Flying Thunder God Technique?

While the Sunagakure ninjas were still in shock, a thunderous cheer erupted from the distant village.

We're saved!

The moment the Tailed Beast Bomb erupted and pierced through all obstacles, they all thought they were doomed.

result.

In the end, the Tailed Beast Bomb failed to hit them at all.

Unbelievable!

But, the next second--

A shocking and terrifying explosion occurred in the desert.

The Tailed Beast Bomb exploded over there!

The blinding light engulfed everything around it, sand and dust swirled everywhere, and a huge depression appeared in that part of the desert.

It's you again!

"I don't want to get involved in your feud with Sunagakure, but they are our Konoha's allies."

Kyohiko sighed softly, a hint of helplessness in his voice.

Shukaku didn't speak, but instead gathered Chakra, and a large patch of sand appeared beneath Kyohiko's feet, instantly covering his entire body.

A loud bang!

Sand...

He was blasted away.

"Shukaku, you are too powerful. For the sake of our friendship with Sunagakure, I must seal you away!"

The next second, the trees behind Kyohiko transformed into a giant wooden figure.

Wood Release: Wood Human Technique!

The enormous wooden figure, almost as tall as Shukaku, attracted everyone's attention, including Rasa's...

His face was filled with astonishment and horror.

The technique used by Hashirama Senju back then!

This kid can actually use it so perfectly?

Before he could recover from the shock...

The next second, the giant wooden figure waved its hands and slid down to cover the area below.

Bang!

Shukaku's head was smashed directly into the sand.

Standing on its nose, Kyohiko Hand Seals and unleashed a new Ninjutsu.

Kakuan Entering Society with Bliss-Bringing Hands!

The symbol "seat" quickly appeared on the palm of Bokuto's other hand, and then he let go of his right hand and hit Shukaku on the head again with his left hand.

Shukaku, who had just raised his head, was slapped down again, letting out a painful howl.

This time...

It feels drowsy!

It's hypnosis!

Shukaku realized something was wrong, but at this moment, it had no ability to resist. The giant wooden figure suppressed it tightly, rendering it unable to move, and it was also unable to use its Chakra.

A few seconds later, it fell into a deep sleep.

The wooden figure withdrew its hand and vanished with a roar.

Only then did everyone come to their senses and look at Shukaku, who was pinned to the ground and no longer moving. Shock was evident in their eyes.

but.

The most shocking one was Temari.

Previously, she had been completely desperate and silent, but now an expression of disbelief appeared on her face.

From the Kyohiko left her side to the moment he subdued Shukaku, the entire process took no more than ten seconds, right?

In comparison, her father...

Temari couldn't help but glance at the Shadow Clone of Rasa beside her, her gaze filled with a hint of inquiry and comparison.

Rasa fell silent.

From the moment Kyohiko truly made his move to subduing Shukaku, it only took the time of those two techniques, a total of three or four seconds. Yet, he himself spent a much longer time but still couldn't suppress Shukaku.

Perhaps if he could do it again, or in a more spacious place, he could defeat Shukaku, but he would never be able to do it as decisively as Kyohiko.

He never imagined that the gap between himself and Kyohiko would be so vast.

At this moment, Rasa could understand what the First Hokage felt when they were suppressed by Hashirama Senju.

Just now, when Kyohiko was using the wooden doll to suppress and hypnotize Shukaku with a single palm strike, he had only one thought in his mind.

Such a formidable enemy is one that even a lifetime might not be enough to defeat!

Faced with such an enemy, you either become one of their own or completely unite with them; otherwise, you'll end up depending on their whims.

Rasa's expression shifted between light and shadow.

Temari's voice was deep.

"Father, are you going to stuff such a Tailed Beast into my body?"

"This is cruel for you, but it is your destined fate."

Rasa's voice was low and somber, "As my eldest child, I have no choice but to sacrifice you... and you will also be sent to Konoha."

Send it to Konoha...

Temari looked ahead, remaining silent.